CRC Health Group Acquires Burkwood Substance Abuse Services in Hudson, WI

Hudson, Wis., Sept. 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Dr. Barry Karlin, CEO of CRC Health Group, the nation’s largest provider of substance abuse treatment services, today announced the acquisition of Burkwood Substance Abuse Services in Hudson, Wisconsin (615 Old Mill Road). Burkwood is a residential treatment facility with a capacity of 29 beds serving both short and long term needs.

Dr. Karlin stated, “We are especially pleased at acquiring Burkwood, which has a successful history of treating underserved patients through local State contracts. The facility has demonstrated unique abilities to assist ‘dual diagnosis’ clients with both substance abuse problems and mental health issues.”

Dr. Karlin added that “the acquisition will continue the local leadership, retain Burkwood’s outstanding staff, and will achieve the benefits of comprehensive services from the country’s largest provider. It is an excellent strategic fit and value to both Burkwood and CRC and will strengthen support of the community.”

Burkwood is a dual-diagnosis/12-step facility located in Hudson, WI, approximately one hour east of Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN. The facility, founded twenty years ago, is housed in a 120-year-old mansion on 2.5 acres with beautiful, mature trees on property adjacent to a state park. It is licensed through the state of Wisconsin DHS as a Community Based Residential Facility, has a CSAS-Medically monitored treatment license, and is licensed for partial hospitalization outpatient services.

Contact: Bob Weiner/Rebecca Vander Linde 301-283-0821/202-329-1700

Robert Weiner Associates; CRC Health Group

CONTACT: Bob Weiner, +1-301-283-0821; or Rebecca Vander Linde+1-202-329-1700, both of Robert Weiner Associates, for CRC Health Group